Hezbollah's Drone Tactics: A New Frontier in Middle East Tensions

Hezbollah claimed responsibility for a drone attack on Tel Aviv's Hakirya military base. The attack marks a tactical shift, but no warning sirens or immediate impacts were reported. The Israeli military has not commented, and the attack adds tension to the already volatile Middle East region.

In a significant development, Hezbollah announced on Wednesday that it had launched a drone attack on Tel Aviv's Hakirya military base. This marks the first time drones have been used against this key facility. Despite the claim, no warning sirens were activated, and there were no immediate reports of impact in the bustling area.

The Israeli military has yet to respond to Hezbollah's statement. A Reuters reporter confirmed the absence of warning sirens, and military sources in Tel Aviv have not reported any incidents tied to the attack.

Hakirya serves as the epicenter for military and governmental operations in Tel Aviv, housing the headquarters of Israel's war cabinet. Located next to a major shopping center and train station, the area is typically congested and such developments add a new layer of tension in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)